Local Roots: The greatest NHL players of all-time from Massachusetts

2. Keith Tkachuk, Melrose: Winnipeg Jets, Phoenix Coyotes, St. Louis Blues, Atlanta Thrashers 1991 – 2007

Longtime NHL left winger Keith Tkachuk comes in at No. 2 here.

He appeared in 1,201 games and recorded 1,065 points. 538 goals and 527 assists provided balance to Tkachuk’s game for the Jets, Coyotes, Blues, and Thrashers.

Tkachuk recorded over 50 points in 13 of his 18 NHL seasons, with 6 seasons over 70 points. His career best was 98 in 1996-96 for Winnipeg.

Though he never won a Stanley Cup, Tkachuk performed well in the playoffs as well with 28 goals and 28 assists for 56 points in 89 games. His adjusted point shares rate him with similar scores as Jeremy Roenick, Daniel Alfredsson, Mike Modano, and Mike Messier. Tkachuk has been overlooked for the Hall of Fame, but I sure hope he gets in soon.